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In pandemic times, Black maternal health is more important than ever

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“Birthing Justice” covers the issues underpinning – and helping to fuel the maternal health crisis within the African American community and articulates best practices to enhance birthing equity for all women, especially Black women.  

In pandemic times, Black maternal health is more important than ever

In pandemic times, Black maternal health is more important than ever Char Adams © Provided by NBC News While the disproportionate impact of Covid-19 on Black communities is well-documented, with Black people taking hits in health, unemployment and education, maternal health advocates are focusing their attention on the particular crisis of care for pregnant Black women during the pandemic. The Covid-19 health crisis has exacerbated existing shortcomings in the nation’s health system. And as a result of the health crisis, pregnant Black women in particular are reportedly enduring limited in-person prenatal care, limited support during labor, social isolation and increased economic anxiety.

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